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Yamaha DPX-1200 Owner's Manual

Yamaha DPX-1200 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 DPX-1200...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. • Explanation of Graphical Symbols The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous...
  • Page 3 We Want You Listening For A Lifetime YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion –...
  • Page 4 YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than that specified.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    (Saving, Recall, Lock, Copy, Reset) 9 Connection Connecting to AV components ... 48 Connecting to computer devices... 49 10 Installation Setting up the DPX-1200 ... 50 Projection distance ... 51 Projection image position ... 52 11 Reference Glossary ... 53 Compatible signal types ...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    1 Getting started NInappropriate places for installation If this unit is not correctly installed in an appropriate place, it may cause fire or failure, or damage the unit itself. Carefully choose the place to install this unit by avoiding the places listed below. 1.

  • Page 7: Features

    The digital interface provides sharp, detailed images The DPX-1200 is equipped with an HDMI terminal, which is set to become the standard for the coming generation of products. Connect to a DVD player or set-top box with a HDMI terminal to receive digital image data directly, and enjoy completely digitally processed images.

  • Page 8: Controls And Functions

    Turns the display aspect menu for the project image on and off. (Enter) button Sets values when the DPX-1200 is displaying the menu. When the menu is not displayed, the DPX-1200 displays the in-line image quality adjustment menu. ( page 40)

  • Page 9: Trigger Out

    NMain unit <Rear panel / Connections> INPUT B RGB/YP 1 INPUT B (D-sub 15 pin) Receives component video and RGB (RGB/YP signals. Use a D-sub monitor cable to connect components to this jack. 2 D4 VIDEO (D jack) Receives signals output from the D jacks of other AV components.

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Lights up when the remote control sends infrared signals to the main unit. 2 AUTO button Automatically sets the DPX-1200 to the best settings for the type of signal it is currently receiving. 3 V.POS button Switches on or off the vertical adjustment mode for the entire image.
  • Page 11 The light disappears if you do not perform any operation within 10 seconds. p HIDE button Temporarily halts projection of the image the DPX-1200 is currently displaying. Press again to cancel this effect. a Remote control code switch Selects ID-1 or ID-2 when operating two main units with one remote control.
  • Page 12 Use a 2P monaural miniplug cable (commercially available) to connect the remote control jack on the underside of the remote control to the REMOTE IN jack on the main unit. Use the wired remote control configuration to control the DPX-1200 without having to be within range of the remote sensor.
  • Page 13 N Limits for using the remote control Use the remote control within the following parameters. The remote control may not function correctly if you use it outside the limits described here. Distance to sensor Angle to sensor 30˚ vertically and horizontally (approximate value) (approximate value) AUTO...

  • Page 14: Preparation

    5 Preparation Before projection, install the main unit and a screen, connect the main unit to an AV component or computer, and adjust the projection image. You can begin projection as soon as installation is complete. Refer to the sections below for information on how to install the main unit to suit your viewing environment. NIf you have not installed the main unit or screen •...
  • Page 15 Step1 Set up the projector and screen • Install the projector • Install the screen page 50 Step2 Connect an AV component or computer • Connect AV components • Connect a computer page 48 Step4 Use the menu to adjust the image quality and other parameters •...

  • Page 16: Projection

    6 Projection Checking installation and connections N Pre-operation check Prior to projection, adjust settings to suit the location of the main unit and screen, and the input signal you are using. However, there is usually no need to adjust any settings if you have not changed the installation location or components since the last time you used this unit.

  • Page 17: Turning The Projector Power On

    Turning the projector power on N Turning the power on Always remove the lens cap before operating the main unit. STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON indicator ESCAPE MENU PATTERN SETTING ASPECT INPUT LAMP COVER TEMP HDMI REMOTE RS-232C TRIGGER OUT INPUT B INPUT A RGB/YP D4 VIDEO HD/SYNC...
  • Page 18 VIDEO 1. Press the STANDBY/ON button. A confirmation message appears on the screen. 2. If you wish to place the DPX-1200 in standby mode, press the STANDBY/ON button again. The lamp changes to a half lit state, and the fan activates for 2 minutes to cool the lamp.

  • Page 19: Selecting An Input Signal

    Selecting an input signal N Selecting using the INPUT button Press the INPUT button to select an input signal from a source component. Choose from the following: INPUT SIGNAL VIDEO Selects component video signals received from AV components connected to the VIDEO jack. S VIDEO Selects S-Video signals received from AV components connected to the S VIDEO jack.
  • Page 20 Selecting an input signal <Using the INPUT button to select a signal> Remote cotrol Main unit + button AUTO STANDBY/ON V. POS ZOOM FOCUS IRIS SETTING PATT ESCAPE MENU MENU ESCAPE PATTERN SETTING button ASPECT INPUT LAMP COVER TEMP ASPECT INPUT RESET HDMI...
  • Page 21 N Selecting a display aspect for a projection image The display aspect parameter sets the ratio of height to width the unit uses to project an image for an input signal. Remote cotrol Main unit cursor button AUTO STANDBY/ON V. POS ZOOM FOCUS IRIS...
  • Page 22 Selecting an input signal <Display aspect types> Memo • Refer to the glossary for explanations of terms such “letterbox” or “squeeze”. ( page 53) Auto Detects information encoded in letterbox or squeeze type input signals and automatically selects an appropriate display aspect. Depending on the input source, the unit may not change to the most appropriate mode.
  • Page 23 <Representative examples> Input signal type Standard 4:3 image Letter box Squeeze 14:9 image Normal HDMI Cinema Scope RGB PC Normal Squeeze Input image Display aspect Normal Smart Zoom Zoom Subtitle Zoom Cinema Zoom Squeeze Squeeze Cinema Squeeze 14:9 Zoom Normal Cinema Zoom Normal Normal Through...

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Image

    N Adjusting the vertical position – V.POS button If the center of the screen is not in line with the center of the lens of the DPX-1200, use the V.POS button to adjust the position of the image up or down. You can adjust the image to a maximum of half of the height of the projection screen.
  • Page 25 N Adjusting the size of an image – ZOOM button Enlarge or reduce the size of the projection image to match the size of the screen. The zoom ratio is 1:1.6. ZOOM AUTO button V. POS ZOOM FOCUS IRIS SETTING PATT ESCAPE MENU...

  • Page 26: Menu

    7 Menu Configure the DPX-1200 to suit your viewing environment by adjusting image quality, initial settings, defaults, and setup characteristics. These parameters can be accessed through the menu. Press the MENU button on the remote control or the main unit to display the menu screen. The menu consists of the [Image], [Signal], [Initial], and [Setup] menu groups, each containing numerous items you can use for configuring the unit.

  • Page 27: Menu Items

    N Menu item list: There are two types of menu, [Basic Mode] and [Advanced Mode]. • Basic mode: The menu displays menu items that are frequently used or absolutely necessary to image projection. • Advanced mode: The menu displays all menu items, allowing you to carry out detailed adjustments. You can change between the menu modes using the [Menu Mode] setting in the [Setup] menu group.
  • Page 28 Menu items <Submenu Items> The submenus display different items depending on the input signal. Items in submenus that contain further submenus are marked with “ ” . G Image G Signal 1: Color Adjustment 3: Display Aspect Ratio Standard Auto WRGB Normal WRGBYCM...

  • Page 29: Black Level

    N Menu group items and functions Memo • You can only select items displayed with a <Image> You can adjust the image when the unit is receiving an input signal. Black Level (Input signal) Video/S-Video/Component/RGB TV White Level (Input signal) Video/S-Video/Component/RGB TV Brightness (Input signal)

  • Page 30: Color Temp

    Menu items (Input signal) Video/S-Video/Component/RGB TV Saturation (Input signal) Video/S-Video/Component/RGB TV Color Temp. (Input signal) Video/S-Video/Component/RGB TV/RGB PC Adjust in the [Color Adjustment] menu in advanced mode. White Correction (Input signal) Video/S-Video/Component/RGB TV/RGB PC Adjust in the [Color Adjustment] menu in advanced mode.
  • Page 31 Adjusts color balance. There are three menus, [Standard], [WRGB], and [WRGBYCM], separated in order of complexity from simple to detailed. By the default setting, the DPX-1200 automatically selects BT709 (RGB color coordinate for High-Definition Television) for HDTV (High- Definition Television) or PC video input and BT601 (RGB color coordinate for Standard Television) for SDTV (Standard Television) input.

  • Page 32: Noise Reduction

    Menu items N Signal You can adjust the image when the unit is receiving an input signal. Display Aspect Ratio (Input signal) Video/S-Video/Component/RGB TV/RGB PC Overscan (Input signal) Video/S-Video/Component/RGB TV 3D Y/C Separation (Input signal) Video(NTSC) Noise Reduction (Input signal) Video/S-Video/Component/RGB TV Video Type (Input signal)

  • Page 33: Clamp Position

    Setup Level (HDTV) (Input signal) Component/RGB TV Sync Adjustment (Input signal) RGB PC (except for HDMI signals) Tracking (Input signal) RGB PC (except for HDMI signals) Clamp Position (Input signal) Component/RGB TV Horiz. Display Position (Input signal) RGB PC (except for HDMI signals)/ Component/RGB TV Vert.
  • Page 34 Menu items N Initial Color System INPUT A Signal INPUT A Sync Type INPUT B Signal INPUT B Sync Type HDMI Signal Auto Power Off Auto Input Search Display Language Lamp Running Time Reset Selects the color system to use for video input signals. Usually, set this parameter to Auto to have the unit automatically detect the signal and select an appropriate color system.
  • Page 35 N Setup Location Keystone Correction Remote Control Sensor Remote Control ID Lens Adjustment Lock Lamp Power Menu Color Menu Mode Message Trigger Out Baud Rate Designate the location of the main unit. Choices: [Front/Table] [Front/Ceiling] [Rear/Table] [Rear/Ceiling] ( page 50) Adjusts the projection angle of the image.

  • Page 36: Menu Operations

    N Operation button functions Use the buttons on the remote control or the main unit to operate the menus. The button functions are listed below. Remote Control AUTO V. POS ZOOM FOCUS IRIS SETTING PATT MENU ESCAPE INPUT ASPECT RESET HIDE STILL LIGHT...
  • Page 37 N Menu operations 1 (with no submenu) Menu operations use the procedure below to adjust menu item without submenus. Select a menu group (Image / Signal / Initial / Setup) (Select with the +/- buttons) Menu items related to the selected menu group are displayed. Select an item to adjust or a setting (Select with the h / g buttons) You can now adjust the selected item.
  • Page 38 Menu operations Remote Control Main Unit Remote Control Main Unit Remote Control Main Unit ESCAPE Button AUTO STANDBY/ON V. POS ZOOM FOCUS IRIS SETTING PATT ESCAPE MENU ESCAPE MENU PATTERN SETTING ASPECT INPUT LAMP COVER TEMP ASPECT INPUT Remote Control Main Unit MENU Button AUTO...
  • Page 39 N Menu operations 2 (with submenus) Use the procedure below to adjust menu items that contain submenus. Remote Control Main Unit Items using the button for setting. Display Aspect Ratio Color System Input A Signal Input A Sync Type Input B Signal Input B Sync Type HDMI Signal Remote Control Sensor...

  • Page 40: Color Adjustment

    Menu operations N Special menu operations Some items in the menu require special methods to configure. <Color Adjustment> 1. Select [Color Adjustment] in the [Image] group from the main menu. 2. Press the + button to enter submenus. 3. Select a suitable item from [Standard] • [WRGB] • [WRGBYCM] using the h or g button, and press the + button.
  • Page 41 <Resetting the selected parameter> Reset the selected parameter to the default setting. 1. Select the item you wish to reset to the default setting from the main menu. 2. Press the RESET button on the remote control to reset to the default settings (resetting does not affect items with no default setting).
  • Page 42 Menu operations <Resetting the lamp running time.> Reset the [Lamp Running Time] displayed on screen to “0”. 1. From the menu screen, select [Initial] Running Time]. 2. Press the + button to open the confirmation screen. 3. Press the h or g button to select [Yes]. 4.

  • Page 43: Selection Menu

    5. Press the + button to enter the lower level selection menu. 6. Press h or g button to select [Subtitle Area] or [V Scroll]. 7. Press the + or – button to select a suitable setting. Memo • Press the h or g button to move to a different menu item in the [Subtitle Zoom] menu.
  • Page 44 Menu operations N Adjusting image quality using the inline menu Use the inline menu to adjust image quality without obstructing the image during projection. See “Menu group items and functions” (page 25 to 31) for information on each setting. <Inline menu composition> Black Level Inline menu item <Inline menu item list>...

  • Page 45: Memory Function

    N Saving memory settings All memory numbers have default settings. Since the DPX-1200 saves any changes in the menu item to the current memory number, you do not need to save the settings each time. To preserve the specific settings, use the “Memory lock” function ( See page 43).
  • Page 46 Remote Control Main Unit Remote Control Main Unit Remote Control Main Unit Remote Control Main Unit 2. Press the g button to select “Memory number status” from the bottom of the screen. 3. Press the + button to open the submenu.
  • Page 47 N Memory lock The lock function protects information in a memory not to be overwritten. You can set the lock function for each memory number, and additionally for each SDTV/HDTV/RGB-PC input. <Setting Memory Lock> Remote Control Main Unit <Deactivating Memory Lock> Remote Control Main Unit Memo...

  • Page 48: Memory Copy

    N Memory copy Copy the settings stored in a memory number to another memory number. Remote Control Main Unit Remote Control Main Unit Main Unit Remote Control 1. Recall the memory number to be the copy source. 2. Press the g button to select “Memory number status”...
  • Page 49 Main Unit Remote Control Main Unit Remote Control Main Unit Remote Control 5. Press the + button to display the confirmation screen. 6. Press the h or g button to select [Yes] . 7. Press the button. The settings stored in the source memory number are copied to the destination memory number.

  • Page 50: Resetting To The Default Settings

    N Resetting to the default settings Reset parameters stored in memories to default settings. <Initialization of currently selected memory> Follow the procedure below to return parameters stored in the selected memory (corresponding to the signal input from the currently selected input jack) to their default settings.
  • Page 51 <To reset all parameters for all memory numbers> Reset all parameters in memories to default settings regardless of the input jack or input signal. Remote Control Main Unit Remote Control Main Unit 1. From the main menu, select [Initial] [Reset] [All memory].

  • Page 52: Connection

    9 Connection Connecting to AV components This unit is equipped with 6 types of video input jacks for AV components. Follow the diagram to connect AV components to this unit, taking care to use cables and adapters that match the input jacks. Input VIDEO S VIDEO...

  • Page 53: Connecting To Computer Devices

    Connecting to computer devices You can use the following two methods to connect to computer devices. Be sure to use cables with jacks that match the connectors and jacks you wish to use. You cannot use a HDMI-DVI conversion cable to connect this unit and a computer device. Input INPUT A INPUT B...

  • Page 54: Installation

    10 Installation Setting up the DPX-1200 There are four ways of mounting the projector. Mounting method A: From in front of a screen Placed on a table B: From behind a semi-translucent screen C: From in front of a screen...

  • Page 55: Projection Distance

    During actual use there may be a deviance of a few percent. <When using a 4:3 screen> Since the DPX-1200 has a 16:9 panel, the ideal installation location for use with a 4:3 screen depends on the size of the image you wish to view.

  • Page 56: Projection Image Position

    Projection image position Follow the instructions to adjust the position of the projected image on screen. <Using ZOOM to adjust image position> This illustration shows the limits within which the zoom function can alter projection distance [a] in relation to screen size. You can adjust the image within these limits so that it fills the screen completely.

  • Page 57: Reference

    11 Reference The following is a list of key words used in the use of projectors and image signals and their explanations. Please refer to it when using this manual. For an explanation of vocabulary used in the menu, refer to "Menu group items and functions” ( page 25). Ceiling mount bracket The mounting hardware used to hang this unit from the ceiling.
  • Page 58 Glossary Test pattern This unit contains test patterns which you can use to adjust the position and focus of the projected image on the screen. Tracking Computers output signals with a given regular frequency, which you must synchronize the projector to in order to produce a good quality image.

  • Page 59: Compatible Signal Types

    Compatible signal types The following tables show the types and formats of signals the DPX-1200 can project. Signals other than those listed here may not be projected correctly. N TV format 1 (Composite or S Video signals received at the VIDEO or S-VIDEO jack)

  • Page 60: Maintenance

    3. Press the filter hook on the underside of the main unit to remove the filter. 4. Firmly attach the new filter. The lamp does not light if the filter is incorrectly attached. Warning • Contact a YAMAHA dealer or service center if you require replacement filters.

  • Page 61: Replacing The Lamp

    N Replacing the lamp The lamp used as a light source in the DPX-1200 is a consumable item which will gradually lose its brightness during the course of use. It is advisable to replace the lamp when running time has exceeded 2000 hours.

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    Problem The DPX-1200 does not The power cable is not plugged in. turn on. You attempted to turn on The DPX-1200 immediately after turning it off. The filter cover is not correctly attached. The lamp cover is not correctly attached.
  • Page 63 Tightly attach the lamp cover. Replace the lamp with a new one. Replace the lamp with a new one. Check that the ventilation slots are not covered. Contact the store where the DPX-1200 was purchased. , not mechanical problems. Troubleshooting Remedy...

  • Page 64: Message Display

    Message No Signal INPUT A (Component) (Example) Out Of Range Unknown Format Auto Sync... Memory 1—6 Now Processing The lamps has reached its recommended replacement time. Please replace with a new one. Press again to enter standby. Lens Adjustment is locked. Invalid Operation Message display Condition...

  • Page 65: Led Indicator Meanings

    LED indicator meanings LED indicator State Unlit STANDBY/ON (*) Lit orange Blinking green Lit green Blinking orange Blinking red / blinking red and orange rapidly Unlit LAMP Blinking orange Lit red Unlit COVER Lit red Unlit TEMP Lit red Unlit Lit red (*) This LED is also present on the front panel of the main unit.

  • Page 66: Specifications

    • Optical Projection mode Lens f=24.3 – 38.9 mm F=2.7 – 5.0, Electronic zoom(x 1.6), Electronic focus, Electronic lens shift Lamp 270 W SHP lamp Screen size 60–200 inch (16:9) Brightness 800 – 400 ANSI lm (depends on Iris Setting) Contrast 2500:1 to 5000:1 (depends on Iris Setting) •...

  • Page 67: Dimensional Drawing

    119.1 4"-3/5 124.6 4"-7/8 Specifications are subject to change without notice. • This unit may interfere with reception if placed in close proximity to a radio or television receiver. Follow the instructions in this manual to install the unit correctly. Dimensional drawing 465.4 18"-5/16...
  • Page 68 YAMAHA ELECTRONICS (UK) LTD. YAMAHA HOUSE, 200 RICKMANSWORTH ROAD WATFORD, HERTS WD18 7GQ, ENGLAND YAMAHA SCANDINAVIA A.B. J A WETTERGRENS GATA 1, BOX 30053, 400 43 VÄSTRA FRÖLUNDA, SWEDEN YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET ST., SOUTH MELBOURNE, 3205 VIC., AUSTRALIA...

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